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ASUU News: Strike Update

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has been on strike since February 14, 2022, demanding better working conditions, improved funding for public universities, and the implementation of the 2009 FGN-ASUU agreement. Here are the latest updates on the strike:

Recent Developments:

  1. Meeting with FG: ASUU and the Federal Government (FG) held a meeting on March 7, 2022, to discuss the ongoing strike. The meeting was inconclusive, and both parties agreed to reconvene on March 14, 2022.
  2. FG's Offer: The FG has offered to increase the budget allocation to public universities by 20% and to pay the outstanding salaries of ASUU members. However, ASUU has rejected the offer, citing that it is not sufficient to address the union's demands.
  3. Strike Continues: The strike has entered its 14th week, with no end in sight. ASUU has vowed to continue the strike until its demands are met.
  4. Impact on Students: The strike has affected millions of students across the country, with many unable to attend classes or access academic resources.
  5. International Support: The strike has received international support, with several organizations and individuals calling for the FG to address the union's demands.

ASUU Demands:

  1. Renegotiation of 2009 FGN-ASUU Agreement: ASUU is demanding the renegotiation of the 2009 agreement, which it claims has not been fully implemented.
  2. Improved Funding: The union is seeking improved funding for public universities, including the release of outstanding funds and increased budget allocation.
  3. Staff Welfare: ASUU is demanding better working conditions, including the payment of outstanding salaries and allowances.
  4. Infrastructure Development: The union is seeking the development of infrastructure in public universities, including the construction of new buildings and the renovation of existing ones.

FG's Response:

  1. Increased Budget Allocation: The FG has offered to increase the budget allocation to public universities by 20%.
  2. Payment of Outstanding Salaries: The FG has agreed to pay the outstanding salaries of ASUU members.
  3. Implementation of 2009 Agreement: The FG has agreed to implement the 2009 FGN-ASUU agreement, but ASUU claims that the agreement has not been fully implemented.

Next Steps:

  1. ASUU-FG Meeting: The two parties are scheduled to meet again on March 14, 2022, to continue negotiations.
  2. Strike Continuation: ASUU has vowed to continue the strike until its demands are met.
  3. International Pressure: The strike has received international attention, and ASUU is seeking international pressure on the FG to address its demands.

Stay tuned for further updates on the ASUU strike.